Law of Desire
1987
Madrid, Spain
Pedro Almodóvar
Drama Crime Romance Thriller
What’s it all about: a little sex, a little disco, a little stalking
First Encounter: first viewing
Prostitute Index: nil (all volunteer)
Death By: lighthouse
Relics: Izods, tighty whities, bright red sunglasses
Heartthrobs: Miguel Molina, Antonio Banderas, Eusebio Poncela
LoFi Magic: macro typewriter ribbon, split-screen phone calls, speeding car-tire eyes
Makes me want to: go shirt shopping in 1987 Madrid
Candotti take: “It’s nice having a dream while you’re watching a movie. It seems the dream is part of the movie.”
Worth a watch/rewatch: Yes
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